2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo V70 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 490 kg more than 2002 Volvo V70.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Volvo V70 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | SRX | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2524 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
